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On top of the head.
The moon was bright and the stars twinkled, the evening breeze gently caressed; it was a pleasant and beautiful night!
Unfortunately, after a long day, Ziyan had lost all interest in continuing to enjoy it because she was too tired—too tired.
Thus, finally relaxed, she leaned against her Demonically Charming Man and fell into a deep sleep in a daze.
Next, with no other choice, Ling Yuxuan could only tenderly pick up her Beloved Child and retrace their steps back to the end of the second floor of the backyard.
At this moment, Head Innkeeper Qi Yu was already quietly waiting at the door of the room specially prepared for the Leader on the second floor, accompanied by Yan Laoguai and Lu Yuan, the Two Elders.
As soon as they saw the two return and were about to ask something, in the next second, Ling Yuxuan immediately gestured for them to be silent.
Thus, everyone dared not make a sound. They could only exchange glances in silence.
Just as Ling Yuxuan carried her Beloved One into the room and gently placed her on the bed, carefully covering her with a light blanket, she then stepped out and closed the door behind her.
Afterward, Ling Yuxuan calmly nodded at everyone and asked, "Is there a room for me?"
"Of course there is; your room is right next door," Yan Laoguai smiled and replied first.
He could see clearly that this Ling Young Master had deep feelings for their Heavenly Pivot Sect's leader. Just like in that Yard within Ren Shi Tang, arranging for them to be next door was indeed the best choice.
If something were to happen, this gentleman would definitely be able to protect the Sect Leader better than any of his disciples.
Their Sect Leader had accepted an invitation to the Emperor's birthday banquet! This would be an even greater opportunity for the Heavenly Pivot Sect to gain fame.
When his disciple, Qi Yu, informed him of that exhilarating news, his heart felt as if it had been injected with countless energizing boosts, making it impossible to describe or compare.
...
The next morning.
It had been exactly one month since Ziyan made a bet with the Three Elders and Charming Consort Hong Lianhua.
When Ziyan woke up naturally, he got out of bed and stretched lazily.
He casually tidied his hair and opened the door to the corridor.
"Master, you're awake!"
The maid, Yang Xiaodie, hurried over.
"Uh? What are you doing here?"
Ziyan was a bit surprised.
"It was the Second Elder who sent someone to fetch me. He said the master needs me to take care of things nearby."
"Oh, that's fine. Quickly bring me some water to wash my face!"
Ziyan urged while yawning.
"Master, I've prepared it for you long ago. I'll bring it right away."
Yang Xiaodie said with a smile and turned to go downstairs.
"Oh! You are quite efficient at your tasks."
As soon as Ziyan said this, she saw Yang Xiaodie slow down her pace and turn back with a happy smile upon hearing her master's praise.
When Ziyan looked around the entire courtyard, she couldn't help but be surprised again.
Because she noticed that inside the small Pavilion in the courtyard, there were several people sitting and standing, and Yan Laoguai and her Demonically Charming Man seemed to be enjoying a game of chess.
Wow, they are already at it this early in the morning.
These people are really energetic! Ziyan thought to herself.
When Yang Xiaodie brought up a basin of water for washing faces, Ziyan couldn't help but ask meaningfully, "How long have those people been down there?"
"Responding to the master's words, when the servant came last night, the Grand Elder and others had been keeping watch there. Then, around dawn, Ling Gongzi also got up, and they chatted for a while before starting to play chess, continuing until now."
"Uh? Are you saying that the Grand Elder and Second Elder didn't rest at all last night?"
Ziyan was momentarily speechless. It wasn't a big deal; she wasn't exactly powerless. Was it really necessary to be this tense?
"The master is too clever; that's exactly the situation!"
Yang Xiaodie nodded repeatedly like a chick pecking at rice.
After washing her face, Ziyan glanced at the copper mirror inside the room and felt an impulse to throw it out in frustration.
Her reflection was too blurry; she couldn't see clearly the parts she wanted to examine.
Sigh! If only she could somehow create a mirror.
Wait, not just one, but countless mirrors; that would truly make her incredibly wealthy!
But with current industrial technology and development, creating a mirror? That would be quite challenging!
However, if she could produce something that lies between a mirror and a copper mirror—something with higher visibility and clarity than the copper mirror—that could also lead to great wealth!
Just as Ziyan was lost in her thoughts, Yang Xiaodie, unaware of her musings, walked over and picked up a wooden comb from the dressing table, loosening the somewhat messy bun that Ziyan had hastily tied up earlier.
Ziyan came back to her senses and gently smiled at her reflection in the bronze mirror alongside Yang Xiaodie.
Thus, Ziyan obediently sat still until her maid Yang Xiaodie styled her hair into a refreshing and elegant lady's hairstyle.
Then, the two of them slowly walked down the stairs, with Ziyan heading straight towards the Pavilion.
Just as she was about to step into the Pavilion, the Grand Elder Yan Laoguai, who had been seriously playing chess, and the Second Elder both stood up simultaneously and bowed to Ziyan.
"It's alright, you can continue. I'm just here to observe."
As Ziyan spoke, she cheerfully gestured for Grand Elder Yan Laoguai and her own Demonically Charming Man to continue.
So, the two of them sat back down and seemed to be in good spirits as they resumed their unfinished game.
However, this time their movements were much quicker than before. Before long, the game ended with Ling Yuxuan winning decisively.
At that moment, a group of people began to enter from the Courtyard, led by the Head Innkeeper Qi Yu.
Who was following behind?
Ziyan squinted for a better look and was surprised to see that it was none other than the Three Elders's Charming Lady—Hong Lianhua, who had been so arrogant and domineering in front of her a month ago.
What is she doing here?
At this moment, Ziyan had almost forgotten about Three Elders, who had also disappeared for a month, due to frequent social engagements with Ling Zhiyuan and the lively children of Ling Zhiyuan.
Just as she appeared here, the events from a month ago resurfaced in Ziyan's mind.
As the group approached, Ziyan coldly stared at the 'well-built' Three Elders Charming Lady.
"Criminal slave Hong Lianhua pays respects to the Sect Leader."
Charming Lady stepped out of the crowd and directly knelt before Ziyan, bowing respectfully.
Ziyan did not respond and was not particularly inclined to do so, but she was quite pleased to see someone humbled.
What a sight to behold!
Staring—
Continuing to fix her gaze on this once proud and arrogant Three Elders.
"The criminal slave is willing to bet and accept defeat, here to apologize."
After a long silence, Hong Lianhua spoke again, attempting to break the deadlock.
Staring—while maintaining her silence!
After a long pause, Ziyan finally spoke slowly, "What crime do the Three Elders have?" "I, a guilty servant, have shallow knowledge and should not have repeatedly angered and disrespected the Sect Leader."
Hong Lianhua cautiously recounted her mistakes.
"Alas—" Ziyan sighed deeply, glancing at the Grand Elder Yan Laoguai and the Second Elder Lu Yuan.
Seeing their furious glares directed at the Three Elders below, it was clear that no one intended to plead for her. Her heart sank.
Without any protection, she could now proceed to reorganize the Heavenly Pivot Sect and manage all disciples without any worries, making it much easier for her.
This also meant that she could truly grasp and control them, becoming the genuine and sole leader of the Heavenly Pivot Sect.
With this thought in mind, Ziyan turned her gaze back to the Three Elders and Hong Lianhua below.
"Whether you are angered or disrespected, these mundane matters are actually of no concern. The key issue is the fear of losing people's hearts! Three Elders, remember this well—being one of the esteemed Three Elders of our Heavenly Pivot Sect means what you know? All the subordinates below are watching you closely. Your every word and action should represent our Heavenly Pivot Sect's image and dignity. Yet you have done the opposite; how can this not chill my heart?"
At this point, Ziyan cast a serious glance over all the disciples present, led by Grand Elder Yan Laoguai and Second Elder Lu Yuan.
"From now on, I do not want to see anyone daring to challenge our Gate Regulations again. Otherwise, everything will be dealt with according to past Gate Regulations!"
"Yes!" A loud and resonant reply echoed around them.
Ziyan achieved her goal and thought to herself: Damn it! Hopefully, you all can take this matter as a warning in the future!
All the disciples of the Heavenly Pivot Sect, led by the Grand Elder Yan Laoguai and the Second Elder Lu Yuan, responded firmly and loudly in unison.
"Good, the Three Elders can avoid the death penalty, but the betting agreement must be upheld. How did we promise back then? The Three Elders shouldn't have forgotten, right? Or perhaps you should restate it yourself!"
Ziyan deliberately passed the 'football' of reiterating the betting terms directly to the mistake-making Charming Consort Hong Lianhua.
"Yes! The bet has a one-month deadline; whoever can increase their business more will be the winner. I lost to the Sect Leader, and I lost badly. Therefore, all industries under Qingfeng Tower will be handed over to the Sect Leader to appoint personnel for management. From today onward, I will stay by the Sect Leader's side to serve."
Hong Lianhua finished her statement without hesitation and let out a long sigh of relief.
From this, it seemed that the Three Elders Hong Lianhua was still somewhat of a person with feelings. With proper guidance, she could still be reused in the future. However, it would be wise to observe for a while longer!
Ziyan made a decision in her heart.
Then she nodded and replied, "Hmm! Then let's settle on this. I hope to see a brand new Three Elders in the future, one who can consider the bigger picture in everything."
After speaking, Ziyan glanced at the ceiling and called out loudly, "Strongman Wu Xiang, respond!"
Just as everyone was astonished, a figure leaped down from the roof.
Of course, this person was none other than Strongman Wu Xiang.
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